Politics and International Law: Making, Breaking, and Upholding Global Rules 2nd ed
Politics and International Law: Making, Breaking, and Upholding Global Rules 2nd ed

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Politics and International Law: Making, Breaking, and Upholding Global Rules 2nd ed

By Leslie Johns
Cambridge University Press January 2026

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ISBN-13
9781009652254
Publisher
Cambridge University Press
Publication
January 2026
Format
Paperback
Jurisdiction
U.S. ? Countri(es) for reference only

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International law shapes nearly every aspect of our lives. Yet it is often considered the exclusive domain of professionals with years of legal training. This second edition text uses clear, accessible writing and contemporary examples to explain where international law comes from, how actors decide whether to follow it, and how it is upheld using legal and political tools. Suitable for undergraduate and graduate students, this book is accessible to a wide audience and is written for anyone who wants to understand how global rules shape and transform international politics.

Each chapter is framed by a case study that examines a current political issue, such as Russia's invasion of Ukraine, or the Israel/Gaza war, encouraging students to draw connections between theoretical concepts and real-world situations. The chapters are modular and are paired with multiple Supplemental Cases: edited and annotated judicial opinions. Accompanied by ready-to-use PowerPoint slides and a test bank for instructors.

Table of Contents

Part I. Fundamentals:
1. Competing perspectives on international law and politics
2. Making international law
3. Breaking international law
4. Upholding international law

Part II. Property Rights and Economic Exchange:
5. Law of the sea
6. Trade
7. Investment

Part III. Peace and War:
8. Human rights
9. Use of force
10. Armed conflict

Part IV. New Challenges:
11. Criminal responsibility
12. Environmental protection:
13. Migration
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